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Frontier Management

Veterinarian

Rochester, NY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Here at Westside Animal Hospital, we have: * In-house IDEXX lab equipment * Digital x-ray * Digital dental x-ray * Ultrasound * Laser therapy * Acupuncture * Surgery Suite with anesthesia monitoring ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Webster, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet weekly regular Bruno the Chihuahua when he comes in with ... Providing leadership coverage and covers management functions up to four times a week when team ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Webster, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet weekly regular Bruno the Chihuahua when he comes in with ... Providing leadership coverage and covers management functions up to four times a week when team ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Rochester, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet weekly regular Bruno the Chihuahua when he comes in with ... Providing leadership coverage and covers management functions up to four times a week when team ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Penfield, NY

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet weekly regular Bruno the Chihuahua when he comes in with ... Providing leadership coverage and covers management functions up to four times a week when team ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Webster, NY

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet weekly regular Bruno the Chihuahua when he comes in with ... Providing leadership coverage and covers management functions up to four times a week when team ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Rochester, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet weekly regular Bruno the Chihuahua when he comes in with ... Providing leadership coverage and covers management functions up to four times a week when team ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Penfield, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet weekly regular Bruno the Chihuahua when he comes in with ... Providing leadership coverage and covers management functions up to four times a week when team ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Penfield, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet weekly regular Bruno the Chihuahua when he comes in with ... Providing leadership coverage and covers management functions up to four times a week when team ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Webster, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet weekly regular Bruno the Chihuahua when he comes in with ... Providing leadership coverage and covers management functions up to four times a week when team ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Webster, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet weekly regular Bruno the Chihuahua when he comes in with ... Providing leadership coverage and covers management functions up to four times a week when team ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Webster, NY

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet weekly regular Bruno the Chihuahua when he comes in with ... Providing leadership coverage and covers management functions up to four times a week when team ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Rochester, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet weekly regular Bruno the Chihuahua when he comes in with ... Providing leadership coverage and covers management functions up to four times a week when team ...

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How much do lab animal manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab animal manager in Rochester, NY is $24.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $27.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a lab animal manager do?

A Lab Animal Manager oversees the daily operations of animal research facilities, ensuring the well-being and care of laboratory animals. Their responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining compliance with regulations, coordinating animal care and use protocols, and managing facility budgets. They also ensure that all procedures follow ethical guidelines and may assist with training researchers in proper animal handling techniques. The role is essential to supporting scientific research while maintaining high standards of animal welfare.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab animal manager?

To thrive as a Lab Animal Manager, you need expertise in laboratory animal care, facility management, and compliance with regulatory standards, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree in animal science or a related field and certifications like AALAS. Familiarity with animal management software, environmental monitoring systems, and health surveillance protocols is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you manage teams and coordinate with researchers. These competencies ensure ethical animal care, regulatory compliance, and efficient facility operation in research environments.

What are the main challenges a lab animal manager faces in ensuring animal welfare while meeting research objectives?

Lab Animal Managers often balance strict regulatory compliance and the ethical treatment of animals with the needs of researchers who require timely and reliable results. Common challenges include maintaining detailed records, ensuring proper care protocols are followed, and training staff on best practices. Additionally, Lab Animal Managers collaborate closely with veterinarians, researchers, and regulatory bodies, which requires strong communication skills and adaptability. Proactively addressing these challenges helps maintain a healthy research environment and supports scientific integrity.

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Infographic showing various Lab Animal Manager job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,816 per year, or $24.9 per hour.

Supervisor, Research Animal Lab

University of Rochester

Rochester, NY • On-site

$56K - $79K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
400170 Vivarium M&D
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URG 109
Compensation Range:
$56,500.00 - $79,100.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
This position provides direct research support through overall management of the Gorbunova and Seluanov laboratories and supervision of staff and students involved in animal care and research activities. Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, UCAR/IACUC protocols, Animal Resource policies, and Standard Operating Procedures. Oversee animal breeding and aging colony management, husbandry practices, staff training, and daily laboratory operations for all species, including weekend and holiday coverage. Collaborates with UCAR/IACUC, Animal Resource, DCM veterinarians, Facilities, and research collaborators to support compliance, animal welfare, laboratory operations, training and implementation of new technologies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Supervises students (graduate and undergraduate) and staff (research technicians and post-doctoral and visiting scientists) in providing high-quality care for all research animals used by the laboratory. Ensures personnel perform duties in compliance with all applicable regulations, UCAR/IACUC-approved protocols, UCAR/Animal Resources policies, and Standard Operating Procedures, including required animal monitoring, adherence to veterinary directives, and proper procedural practices. Participate in the annual performance evaluation process for all staff.
  • Ensures personnel receive appropriate training in animal husbandry, breeding colony management, procedures approved under UCAR protocols, and applicable UCAR and Animal Resources policies and procedures. Understand all aspects of the UCAR-approved protocol and assign responsibilities to students and staff accordingly. Ensure students and staff report all animal health and welfare concerns to supervisor and veterinary staff and UCAR, if warranted. Maintain approved UCAR protocols including original submissions, triannual renewals, and submission of modifications as needed. Works closely with UCAR and Animal Resources on compliance-related matters.
  • Ensure provision of husbandry to all animals under lab's care as per UCAR approved satellite husbandry management plan including weekend and holiday coverage. Ensure lab monitor all experimental mice (including aging mice) as per UCAR approved monitoring frequency. Coordinates proper husbandry practices for animal species such as naked mole rats, Damaraland mole rats and degu under laboratory care and collaborates with Animal Resources regarding special care needs.
  • Train and supervise graduate and undergraduate students, research technical staff, and post-doctorates on research animal procedures and practices. Supervise lab staff to execute projects as per UCAR approved protocols. Instruct students and professional staff in the proper method of record keeping (breeding and experimental animal census, laboratory notebooks, chemical inventory and hazardous waste disposal).
  • Responsible for designing animal studies as well as collection and analysis of animal tissues for use in assays. Communicate with other collaborators, internally and externally, to learn new technologies to establish in the laboratories.
  • Other projects and job duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  • Associate's degree and 7 years of experience in animal handling required
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 3 years demonstrated leadership experience required
  • Prior experience in a lab animal facility preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Strong attention to detail, interpersonal, organization, demonstrated customer service skills, and communication skills (including written communication). required
  • Ability to lift repetitively up to 50 lbs and ability to work weekends and holidays when necessary. required
  • Knowledge of computer software packages. required
  • Knowledge of animal husbandry and knowledge of regulations related to animal husbandry. preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) preferred

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